
Arlo NoMad
Best for travelers who want modern, compact rooms with a lively rooftop bar and convenient NoMad location.
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Arlo NoMad is a compact 4-star boutique hotel in the NoMad neighborhood that suits travelers who want efficient rooms, a lively rooftop bar and on-site casual dining. The Peninsula New York is a Fifth Avenue 5-star landmark luxury hotel for travelers who want formal service, a full spa and traditional Fifth Avenue address.
Updated · about 1.9 km apart

Best for travelers who want modern, compact rooms with a lively rooftop bar and convenient NoMad location.

Best for travelers who want classic Fifth Avenue luxury, a full-service spa and indoor pool in a landmark building.
When Arlo NoMad wins: pick Arlo NoMad for a more casual, design-forward stay, smaller efficient rooms, an active rooftop scene and easier budgets in a convenient NoMad location.
When The Peninsula New York wins: choose The Peninsula for a full-service luxury experience — spacious rooms in a Beaux-Arts landmark, a full spa, an indoor pool and multiple bars/restaurants close to top Midtown attractions.
Bottom line: both place you in central Manhattan; Arlo NoMad is the compact, social boutique option, while The Peninsula is the traditional Fifth Avenue luxury choice with more in-house facilities and formal service.
| Category | Arlo NoMad | The Peninsula New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Casual, modern boutique with social spaces and a rooftop scene | Formal, classic Fifth Avenue luxury in a landmark building |
| Location (neighborhood) | NoMad (near Empire State Building, Madison Square Park) | Fifth Avenue / Midtown (near MoMA, Rockefeller Center) |
| Size (rooms & floors) | About 247–250 rooms across 31 floors | 219 guestrooms (listed) in a landmark Beaux-Arts building |
| Ages / family policy | All-ages property; primary guest must be 21+ to check in | Family-friendly; not adults-only (check-in min age 21 listed in supplier policies) |
| Pools | No on-site pool | Indoor pool (1 indoor pool listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | NoMad Diner (all-day), Lamalo (Middle Eastern; status unclear), BARlo and rooftop ART NoMad | Clement Restaurant plus 3 bars/lounges and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; partners with off-property spas and nearby gym access | Full-service spa, sauna and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Event & meeting space | Multiple small meeting rooms, boardroom and rooftop event spaces (combined capacity up to ~100) | 5 meeting rooms and banquet facilities for events/weddings |
| Known for | Rooftop terrace with skyline views and compact, efficient rooms | Fifth Avenue address, landmark building and traditional luxury service |
| Neighborhood access | Steps to Empire State Building, Madison Square Park, Herald Square | Steps to 5th Avenue shopping, MoMA, Rockefeller Center |
Arlo NoMad sits on East 31st Street in the NoMad neighborhood, close to the Empire State Building and several subway connections.
Choose Arlo NoMad if you want a central NoMad base with easy access to midtown sights and transit.
The Peninsula New York is on Fifth Avenue at 55th Street, placing it among Midtown’s luxury shops and cultural attractions.
Choose The Peninsula for a Fifth Avenue address and immediate access to Midtown’s landmark attractions.
Arlo NoMad offers compact, efficiently designed rooms across many floors, with several room type names reflecting small, city-focused layouts.
Pick Arlo NoMad for small, modern rooms for short stays or when you plan to be out exploring most of the day.
The Peninsula New York lists a broad range of room types from Superior Room to multiple suites, reflecting a traditional full-service luxury inventory.
Pick The Peninsula if you want larger, more traditionally appointed rooms and suite options in a luxury hotel.
Arlo NoMad focuses on casual, all-day dining and social bars, anchored by NoMad Diner and a rooftop cocktail lounge.
Arlo NoMad suits travelers who want casual, local-feeling dining and a lively rooftop scene.
The Peninsula offers more formal dining and multiple beverage outlets, plus 24-hour room service.
The Peninsula is for travelers who prefer traditional hotel dining, cocktail lounges and room service.
Arlo NoMad’s signature amenity is its 31st-floor rooftop bar and terrace with skyline views—there is no on-site pool.
Choose Arlo NoMad for skyline views and a social rooftop rather than on-site aquatic facilities.
The Peninsula includes an indoor pool and full-service spa as part of its on-site facilities.
Choose The Peninsula for on-site pool and spa facilities you can use during your stay.
Arlo NoMad leans on partnerships and in-house programming for wellness and has a casual nightlife vibe led by its bars.
Pick Arlo NoMad if you’re fine with partner gym access and on-site group classes plus casual nightlife options.
The Peninsula offers a full-service spa and multiple bars and lounges for evening drinks.
Pick The Peninsula for an on-site spa, fitness center and multiple formal bars/lounges.

Arlo NoMad — ART NoMad rooftop offers 360-degree views including the Empire State Building and a seasonal rooftop scene.

The Peninsula New York — full-service spa and an indoor pool on the property.

The Peninsula New York — located on 5th Avenue at 55th Street, steps from MoMA and high-end shopping.

Arlo NoMad — compact rooms, casual dining and social bars make it a practical midtown boutique choice.
Arlo NoMad — the hotel is about a 3–4 minute walk to the Empire State Building; The Peninsula is farther uptown.
The Peninsula New York has an indoor pool and a full-service spa. Arlo NoMad does not have an on-site pool or spa.
No — both properties are family friendly. Both list policies requiring the primary guest to be 21+ at check-in.
Arlo NoMad is better if you prioritize a casual rooftop bar and a lively social scene; The Peninsula provides multiple formal bars but is less focused on rooftop nightlife.
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